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I think that's the benefit of a new stadium owner. The Silver family can deal with the finances of the teams whilst a cash injection can go towards the long awaited updates to the stadium. With the go kart track having desires for the land I think its a far more secure purchase.

2 out of 7 so far obviously got Richard Andrews wrong but hey ho. Sounds like the rest will be finalised shortly.

For 2015 teams will be able to include two National League riders in their sides at any time as long as they comply with the set of rules agreed. They must be British, not have a finishing NL average of over 5, have not been named in a Premier League 1-7 ever and have ridden less than 50 official National League meetings at the end of last season. Additionally one of the riders , if used, must start the 2015 season with a NL average of 3.00. Once a rider exceeds an average of 5.01 he will become ineligible to ride in the MDL although if their average drops below that figure again they will become eligible again. Quick question(s)....... Do no.8's count as one of the National League rider allocation? If a number 8 is used in the meeting would they count towards the allocation?

I think the averages dictate riding order to a certain extent so would be expecting to see us line up as per below. 1. Ben Morley 2. Danno Verge 3. Aaron Baseby 4. Danny Ayres 5. James Shanes 6. Rik Mullins 7. Jamie Couzens / |Adam Sheppard

Well corrected AJ. Was getting my Nat Trophy and KO cup mixed up.

The reserves will be key which I think goes in Eastbourne's favour. Saying that it may be a little early in the season for any of them to be dialled in? I think the Kent 1-5 will be more solid and get us through but it will be squeaky over two legs. Don't be surprised to see Woody mixing it with main body riders.......although heaven forbid him and Danny Ayres going for the same piece of track!

Hi Stonecrest. Have sent a PM. will call over the weekend if I get the chance.

Well ive had 18 other guesses before so another wont hurt..... 1. Benji Compton 8.95 2. Sam Woods 3.00 3. Luke Chessell 5.62 4. Richard Andrews 4.41 5. Luke Priest 6.37 6. Danyon Hulme 3.00 7. Rob Watts 3.00 Total 34.35

Ouch! What a kick in the clackers for Brendan. I hope he likes Rye House as it looks like he will be left with no other options other than a mid season replacement?

Pinched from the main page. Adding In George & Kelsey's 2 x 3 point the answer is not much to play with! Eastbourne Eagles 1. David Mason 7.38 2. 3. Marc Owen 6.11 4. Brendan Johnson 6.21 5. Danny Warwick 7.01 6. Wood 3.00 7. Dugard 3.00 Remaining: 3.29

Thanks for the info Shads. Is there a curfew at Rye House? Seems to make sense although I feel for the Raiders who are unlikely to have any room in the pits to park or work until the first meeting is over?

Im guessing the Raiders will run mostly on Saturday afternoons (1 / 2 pm starts?) allowing time for the pits to be cleared before the Rockets meeting and the track to be knocked back into shape?

Completely agree. The age restriction is stupid and wouldn't happen in any other area of life. Follow suit of the PL / EL and give riders over 25 two years max too double up then its make or break time....

Huge kudos to the MDL & NJL last year given the amount of riders that have moved up. Just goes to show with the right backing the system works. Im sure several of the riders will continue for another year as track time is crucial & hopefully there will be more willing to try it out as it has become a proven route into the National League. I for one feel those that have moved up this year will be better prepared in terms of the expense, travelling time and track knowledge than the few that have popped into the National League with little experience.

Sure Birmingham would be delighted to hear such news!

I have to disagree. There are a few ifs and buts about the Eastbourne side and obviously the last signing could be crucial but the two reserves have the potential to be the best "pair" in the league. Owen is hugely underrated and I think will finish the season at number 1. Mason, Johnson & Warwick are all experienced and should score consistently in the lower level format. For me its a top four side with Cradley, Kent and Stoke as my outside tip.

Sorry I should be more positive about the 6,7 & 8. Its a lower standard all round this year so points and improvement is there to be had and lets not forget that Danny didn't exactly start last season in glory. I feel the best reserves this year will be those who are consistent and ultimately stay on board the bike. Keep steady and pick up a point from the 3 main rides and potentially a little more from the reserves race and that's their job done. Not the best bottom two in the league but also not the worst. With a strong top 4/5 and a little luck the Kings should be right up the table.

Excuse my ignorance but Sam Chapman (born 16 February 1989) ? Does that not mean he will be 26 this season and too old to double up between Brum & Plym ? Not saying the date is accurate (Wikipedia) just asking the question....

Im not doing leaps of joy over either option if im brutally honest. Best of 3 races prior to the meeting would be a last man standing event with predictable results; Race 1 Cousins 1st Shepard Fell Race 2 Shepard 1st (awarded) Cousins (major fall bike wrecked) Race 3 Cousins NS (no bike) Shepard EX 2 mins (mechanical gremlins)

If I sponsor a rider with machinery can I get a ride....... Not a particular shock in terms of names but I was Sheppard and ended up at 8 id be hacked off. Neither of the others have done much competitive racing over the past year. Just goes to show dedication doesn't always get you very far!

The Rye House fans may not be expecting a table topping side but I doubt they will turn out for a "Scunthorpe" style side that gets battered regularly. The national league produces some of the most entertaining racing in the country (for both right and wrong reasons) and a Raiders side that could mix it in most meetings could be very well supported.

Id say Covatti & Pavlova are certs to put 2 pints on their average. Brandford & Knopka are my "outsiders" to do the same.

Whilst I agree there is no rush if I was a rider I would like to know by now even if I was told to keep quiet until official release. If those involved had been notified then there is a stronger chance they would be better prepared / be investing in new or upgraded equipment sooner rather than a last minute rush.

The worst place to introduce any new iniatives would be via the national league. Most riders in tier 3 are lucky if they can make the sport pay for itself with the majority losing year on year. To add more expense would retire many riders out. Innovation needs to come in at a younger level anyway so the next generation learn to ride the bikes from a young age.

Personally I think he would have delivered by now if he was going too and the only 3 pointers round him are Verge who isn't completely raw and the tba. My bigger issue is dedication. He retired last season whilst doing the MDL and has to use sponsored kit as he sold his own! Dan Blake mk2 ? (with less potential imo)